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Australia, South Australia
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1991
Total Students: 37,000 +
Int. Students: 5,500 +
Main Campus Address
61-68 North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Gain a competitive advantage by combining law with journalism and professional writing, and graduate with two degrees in just 5.5 years. Case_Study_26 copy - Copy.jpg
A double degree expands your knowledge and opens doors to a broad range of career opportunities.
You will graduate with professional honours, an advanced understanding of legal principles of Australian law and the latest legal concepts in journalism and professional writing. This legal expertise, combined with the knowledge and skills you’ll gain from your specialisation, will set you on track for a leadership career.
In your law studies you can undertake a Community Justice Project, practice advocacy and negotiation, or gain industry experience through participation in our Legal Advice Clinic or a professional placement. You’ll also be involved in mock-trials in our moot court, learning what it’s like to act as an advocate and argue a case before a judge.
In your journalism and professional writing studies you will develop the skills and knowledge to work as a journalist and writer in mainstream media and the field of communication. The emphasis on professional writing opens doors into professions such as technical writing, tender presentations, and marketing and communication.
What you'll learn
This degree is made up of 40 courses. You will do 24 courses in law and 12 courses in journalism and professional writing.
Laws (Honours)
As a UniSA Law student, you’ll gain valuable skills from day one, including in reasoning, reporting, analysis, negotiation, communication and advocacy. You will also experience what it's like to argue a case and provide legal advice.
Throughout your degree you will study core courses that teach you the fundamental legal concepts that underpin the Australian legal system. Courses such as torts, contracts, criminal law and constitutional law will give you a good understanding of basic legal principles.
Our Law program also features courses that build your leadership skills, intercultural communication, project management and capacity for community engagement.
You will engage in a Community Justice project, high-level research or an industry placement, ensuring you’ll be prepared for legal practise upon graduation.
Journalism and Professional Writing
You will study courses that provide you with the skills and knowledge to work as a journalist and writer. For example you will:
Integrated Course
4 Days
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60 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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feb 2025 | Closed | |
jul 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities
Our quality teaching focuses on developing your practical skills and identifying opportunities for you to connect with industry beyond the classroom, which will ensure you graduate career-ready.
You will hold a desirable skillset for a diverse range of careers including:
You can also consider other legal careers such as lawyer, judge's associate, mediator and more.
Vice Chancellor’S International Excellence Scholarship
We are pleased to advise that students can apply for our prestigious Vice Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarships, for First Semester 2025 from Monday 16th September 2024.
Scholarship Criteria:
International Merit Scholarship
Recipients will receive a 15% reduction in their student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of their chosen degree
India | Undergraduate Programs | Postgraduate Programs |
Class XII: 70 (Best 4) |
60% or above |
Vice Chancellor’S International Excellence Scholarship
Receive a 50% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree.
International Merit Scholarship
Receive a 15% reduction in your student contributions (tuition fees) for the duration of your degree. For more scholarships and to view full scholarship conditions, please visit.
Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
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